Recycling Team Helps Fight Hunger in Central Virginia

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International Paper's Recycling team in Central Virginia recently volunteered with FeedMore, a hunger relief organization. General managers and sales representatives participated in preparing meals for local children. The Bayard Community Kitchen serves around 4,000 meals daily, supporting programs like Kids Cafe and Meals on Wheels. Danny Peck, plant general manager, highlighted the team's community service in addressing food insecurity in the area. International Paper, listed on the NYSE as IP, is a major supplier of renewable fiber-based products, with net sales of $19.4 billion in 2021. The company operates in North America, Latin America, North Africa, and Europe, employing approximately 38,000 colleagues globally.

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• Participation in community service enhances corporate image.
• Supports local hunger relief efforts, addressing food insecurity.

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / April 18, 2023 / International Paper Recycling team members recently volunteered with FeedMore, central Virginia's core hunger relief organization. East region plant general managers and Richmond recycling sales representatives worked to prepare, portion and package afternoon meals at the Bayard Community Kitchen for children in the local area. The kitchen serves 4,000 meals a day for the Kids Cafe and Meals on Wheels programs. The meals are homemade and based on the availability of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

"Not only was it a fun team building event but it was an honor having my east region peers come along side and serve my local community," said Danny Peck, plant general manager, Richmond Recycling. "There is a lot of need in Central Virginia; one out of every nine individuals in the service area is food insecure."

Feed More serves clients who are distributing food through more than 250 nonprofit and community partners.

About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE:IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

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FAQ

What did International Paper's Recycling team do for the community?

The team volunteered with FeedMore to prepare meals for local children.

How many meals does the Bayard Community Kitchen serve daily?

It serves approximately 4,000 meals each day.

What is International Paper's stock symbol?

International Paper is traded on the NYSE under the symbol IP.

What was International Paper's net sales in 2021?

The net sales for International Paper in 2021 were $19.4 billion.

How many employees does International Paper have globally?

International Paper employs approximately 38,000 colleagues worldwide.